Black Friday Shopping Tips

It takes quick decision-making to get the best deals on Black Friday. Here, advice from experts at the Good Housekeeping Research Institute (GHRI) on exactly what to look for so you can get in and out of the store — plus a few of our favorite picks. For more great product recommendations, be sure to check out our top Black Friday sale picks

Sewing Machines

You don't need to spend thousands of dollars to get a good machine; most models will get the job done. Price differences come into play more when it comes to ease of use, high-end automatic features, and getting the right tension for a specific fabric.

Look to see what accessories come standard with the machine. It may make a huge price difference if you need to buy a lot of extras after the fact.

Consider what features you'll be using. Is top speed a priority, or maybe automatic needle threading? Many sewing machines come with a lot of features and functions, so figure out which ones are relevant to you.

If you're familiar with one brand of sewing machine, you'll most likely be familiar with a different model of the same brand — most companies stick to similar threading, bobbing winding, and controls across all their models.

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